Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Southampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Southampton

With a population of 3,109, Southampton is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Southampton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Southampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, BOA Thai Asian Fusion (129 Noyack Road) and Saaz Indian Cuisine (1746 County Road 39) are great picks.

When to visit Southampton

Southampton in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel
Southampton in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Southampton

Plane

When flying to Southampton, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 60 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Southampton departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Southampton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 84 miles from Southampton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to Southampton, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 60 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Southampton departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Southampton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 84 miles from Southampton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Airports near Southampton

ISPIslip Long Island
LGANew York LaGuardia
JFKNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Airlines serving Southampton

KLM
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,870 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,820 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,336 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,281 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,904 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,155 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,488 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,724 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,842 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,180 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,231 reviews)
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Where to stay in Southampton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hamlet Inn and Southampton Long Island Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Southampton

Most booked hotels in Southampton

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The Bentley Hotel Southampton
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 100 reviews)
$139+
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Southampton Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 383 reviews)
$186+
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Hamlet Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 605 reviews)
$126+
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Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook-Long Island By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 591 reviews)
$133+
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Southampton Long Island Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 233 reviews)
$145+
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Hampton Inn Long Island/Islandia
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 912 reviews)
$111+
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Renting a car in Southampton

Renting a car in Southampton costs $62 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Southampton.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Southampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Southampton is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 34% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Southampton costs $62 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Southampton.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Southampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Southampton is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 34% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Southampton

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